The benefits of drone surveys

In today's fast-paced world, staying ahead means embracing cutting-edge technology. One such game-changer is drone surveying, revolutionising industries from construction to environmental monitoring. Here's why drone surveys are becoming indispensable:

• Precision & Accuracy: Drones equipped with high-resolution cameras and advanced sensors such as LIDAR provide detailed and accurate data, ensuring precise measurements, reducing human error.
• Time Efficiency: Traditional surveying methods can be time-consuming. Drones, on the other hand, cover large areas quickly, delivering results in a fraction of the time.
• Cost-Effective: Reducing the time and manpower needed for surveys translates to significant cost savings. Lower operational costs mean higher ROI for businesses.
• Accessibility: Drones can access hard-to-reach areas, whether it's rugged terrains, high elevations, or hazardous environments, ensuring comprehensive data collection without risking human safety.
• Real-Time Data: With drones, data can be collected and processed in real-time, enabling quicker decision-making and more agile project management.
• Environmental Impact: Drones are an eco-friendly alternative to traditional methods that often require heavy machinery and large teams. Minimising ground disturbance helps protect the environment.
• Versatility: From topographic mapping and volumetric calculations to infrastructure inspections and crop monitoring, drones are versatile tools that cater to a wide range of industries.

WRc have access to a fleet of drones equipped with photogrammetry, LIDAR, CCTV and thermal imagery and have the benefit of being able to fly inside and outside assets and buried infrastructure. Applying this versatility to pipe surveys, many entry ways can be surveyed from inside the pipe and their location accurately mapped on the surface at the same time.

One of the most innovative applications is using thermal imagery to identify discharges to rivers. This technology allows for the detection of temperature anomalies, indicating possible pollution sources, illegal discharges, or inefficiencies in water management systems, thus helping to protect our precious water resources.

Embracing drone technology is not just about keeping up with trends - it's about leveraging a powerful tool to enhance efficiency, accuracy and sustainability.

Have you got a water tower that needs a condition assessment survey surveying?  Read more about our Drone Inspections here.